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Ban junk food on campus: Government orders universities
The University Grants Commission has directed all universities and higher education institutions to ban the sale of junk food on their campuses.
Madhya Pradesh: Dog proves loyalty, rescues 14-year-old from rapists' clutches
With a dog around, help is almost always available!
Madrasa stops children from singing 'national-anthem', Yogi government cancel recognition
Taking a serious view of alleged opposition by the principal and teachers of a madrasa (Islamic seminary) to the singing of the national anthem during Independence Day function, the Uttar Pradesh government has canceled its recognition.
Aadhaar: How to verify mobile number and retrieve lost UID
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), which issues Aadhaar cards to the citizens of India, offers a number of allied services like online correction and updating the details in users' Aadhaar cards.
Kerala floods: Technical assistance required as Kerala starts reconstruction
With rains having petered out and flood waters receding, Kerala's efforts have shifted towards reconstruction and rehabilitation.
Electrician's son bags a $100,000 job in the US
It's often said that hard work and passion take people places, and the saying couldn't be truer for Mohammad Amir Ali, an electrician's son.
Learn from Goa, watch 'Baywatch' for beach safety measures: Bombay-HC
Ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, Bombay High Court has asked the state and BMC to take all the necessary steps, like installing watchtower, mobile patrol vans, etc., to ensure safety on beaches.
Delhi's Doordarshan Bhawan hit by minor fire; no casualties reported
A fire broke out in an AC plant of Doordarshan Bhawan at Delhi's Mandi House.
UP-shocker: Cops force Muslim-man to pick meat using mouth
In a horrible incident, an injured Muslim man was forced by Shahjahanpur (Uttar Pradesh) Police to pick meat from his mouth, a few days ago.
Shatrughan Sinha defends Navjot Singh Sidhu on hug controversy
Under attack for hugging Pakistan's Army Chief, Punjab Minister Navjot Singh Sidhu received support from BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha who said Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Narendra Modi had hugged their Pakistani counterparts during their visits to that country.
Important dates for JEE, NET, NEET announced: Full schedule here
The schedules for JEE Main I, JEE Main II, CMAT and GPAT, NEET (UG), and UGC (NET), have been announced by the HRD ministry.
Kerala floods aftermath: Govt focuses on cleaning houses, public places
With operations to rescue stranded people from flood-affected areas nearing a close, the Kerala government today turned its attention to cleaning of houses and public places which were damaged in the unprecedented rains which ravaged the state.
Eid Mubarak: 5 delightful dishes to prepare for the feast
The second, holier of the two biggest Muslim festivals- Eid-al-Adha (or Bakrid) is finally here.
#HealthBytes: 5 incredible health benefits of Yoga
The ancient, spiritual Indian practice of Yoga has gained massive momentum across the globe, in the past couple of decades.
Delhi: Policemen save couple trapped in a fire at Paharganj
Delhi Police personnel saved the life of a couple who were trapped in a building at Central Delhi's Paharganj area where a fire broke out early this morning.
PM, Shah hand urns with Vajpayee's ashes to party chiefs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior BJP leaders handed urns with former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's ashes to party presidents from across the country at a function in New Delhi today.
Suspected dengue death reported, might be the first of 2018
According to East Delhi Municipal Corporation health department officials, a case of a suspected dengue death was reported from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).
#KeralaFloods: No outbreak of communicable disease reported, says Nadda
Union Health Minister JP Nadda yesterday said no outbreak of communicable disease has been reported from the flood-ravaged districts of Kerala so far.
Mumbai: High-rise residential building catches fire, 2 dead, 14 injured
Two people have died and fourteen are injured after a fire broke out at Crystal Tower situated in Parel, Mumbai, earlier this morning.
MP: 17L fake voters in 53 assembly constituencies, alleges Congress
Opposition Congress in Madhya Pradesh yesterday alleged that over 17 lakh fake voters were found during a scrutiny of electoral rolls across 53 Assembly constituencies in the state.
Goa: Over 10,000 sit for government examination, all fail
10,815 candidates sat for an examination for the post of accountant in Goa government's directorate of accounts, and none of them cleared it, it has been reported.
10 rules to know about concessions offered by Indian Railways
IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) offers tickets at concessional rates to a number of specified categories.
#CareerBytes: Top Central Schemes for scholarships you should know about
The Center awards several scholarships to students pursuing various courses based on merit, community, and family income among other things.
#TravelBytes: Top 5 best water parks in Delhi-NCR
There's no denying the fact that the scorching Delhi heat is simply unbearable.
Bengaluru: Drunk Doctor in BMW mows down 17-year-old flower decorator
An evening of partying turned into a nightmare for this 30-year-old doctor, who rammed his BMW into a young boy. The 17-year-old passed away.
#HealthBytes: Top diet tips to help you manage diabetes
Diabetes is India's fastest growing disease, with around 72 million recorded cases in the year 2017 itself.
Maharashtra to set-up study chairs in 13 varsities after Vajpayee
Maharashtra government will set up a study chair in the name of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in each of the 13 universities in the state, the state Finance Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar announced.
How can you spot the 3 levels of Intellectual Mafias?
This is what defines Intellectual mafias: Too much discussion (they call it discourse), selective biases, echo chambers, and Pakistan apologists (not all of them).
Chhattisgarh: Constable pushes accident victim's body with foot; suspended
A Chhattisgarh Police constable, Neeraj Sahu, allegedly pushed an accident victim's body with his foot, prompting authorities to suspend him.
#CareerBytes: 5 best online courses to prepare for JEE Maths
Scoring well in the JEE exam is a dream for every engineering aspirant.
HIV-infected people can find a life partner through this website
People with HIV infection can now look for a marriage partner on a web portal specially designed for them.
#Keralafloods: Let's talk about Kerala's unsung heroes, the fishermen
Yesterday Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan announced that 90% of rescue operations in the state has been completed, thanks to NGOs, government agencies like NDRF, the Indian Navy, et al, and of course individuals.
Ex-President Pranab Mukherjee to be 'distinguished guest faculty' at IIM-Ahmedabad
Former President Pranab Mukherjee will be a distinguished guest faculty at Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and interact with students for six days over the next three months, the institute said today.
#KeralaFloods: Kochi airport suffers estimated loss of over Rs. 220cr
The Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) has suffered an estimated loss of over Rs. 220cr in the floods, an official in Kochi said today.
Now, cigarette, gutkha, khaini packets to carry 'quit-line' number
From next month, packets of tobacco products will undergo changes in appearance: they will now carry a helpline number for those who want to quit the addiction, along with graphic images of diseased organs and rotting teeth.
Delhi: Union Minister Narendra Singh Tomar's personal assistant ends life
A 31-year-old man, working as a personal assistant (PA) to Union Minister and BJP leader Narendra Singh Tomar, today allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from a ceiling fan in South Delhi's Laxmibai Nagar, the police said.
CM Adityanath announces Rs. 50L reward for shooter Saurabh Chaudhary
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today congratulated shooters Saurabh Chaudhary and Ravi Kumar for winning the gold and bronze medals in 10m Air Pistol event at ongoing Asian Games.
#HealthBytes: 5 healthiest spices and herbs you should consume
Spices and herbs have held a special position in the history of Indian medicine.
Bihar: Woman paraded naked on streets on suspicion of murder
A woman was beaten up and paraded naked on the streets of Bihar's Bhojpur district by a mob on the suspicion of her involvement in the killing of a 19-year-old man, the police said.
Kerala: 373 dead, 87 injured due to rains, floods, landslides
Rains, floods, and landslides in Kerala have killed 373 people since May 30, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said today.